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P316 FBL

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

45,254 mi
Last recorded45,254 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2014
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP316 FBL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2014 45,254 miles

rear reflector cracked

rear tyre slightly perished (cracks on sidewalls)

stone chip on o/s/f headlight lense

Pass 3 Jun 2013 44,685 miles

o/s/f headlight lense cracked/stone chip

Pass 23 Jul 2012 44,646 miles

both rear indicators slightly water damaged

front braided brake hoses fitted

rear reflector cracked

stone chip on o/s/f headlight lense

travel in front brake lever efficiency ok

Pass 28 Jun 2011 43,617 miles

front brake discs worn

gear selector worn

rear reflector cracked

stone chip on headlamp

Pass 5 May 2010 41,201 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 40,536 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 36,473 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 35,436 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2006 32,378 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2006 32,378 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-7R?

Based on 36,749 MOT tests across 3,673 vehicles.

81.4%
Pass Rate
662
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
3,673
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 649
reflector on motorcycle missing 561
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 450
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 425
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 375
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P316 FBL is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 23,582 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX-7R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 649 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P316 FBL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX-7R typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-7R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P316 FBL registered?

P316 FBL is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 15 February 1997.

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